Matthew 6:5-15 By Greggory Durham GregoryDD1968@aol.com Introduction: Prayer is one of the greatest tools that the child of God has at his or her disposel. But is probably the least used. Matthew chapter 6:5-15 tells us some things about prayer.
I. The Precautions of Prayer.
6:5 A.It’s Hindered by sin.
- The sins of the Saint.
- The sin of the Sinner. B.The Hypocrite’s prayer is not heard. C.It’s not for public Honor.
II. The Place of Prayer.
6:6-7 A.It’s a Secret place. B.It’s a Separated place. C.It’s a Special place.
III. The Purpose of Prayer.
6:8 A.To make our Wants known. 1Tim, 2:1- 8 B.To Worship God. C.To Intercede With , for others. D.To give thanks for What God has done.
IV. The Pattern of Prayer.
6:9-13 A.To recognize Gods Sovereignty. B.To seek Gods Supply. C.To acknowledge Gods Salvation.